The Ban Ki-moon Global Citizen Scholarship Program empowers passionate young African leaders committed to advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within their communities.
Following several successful editions, the Ban Ki-moon Centre for Global Citizens (BKMC) has officially launched the 7th round of its Global Citizen (GC) Scholarship Program, inviting eligible African youth to apply.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Ban Ki-moon Centre for Global Citizens (BKMC)
- Category: Training | Fellowships
- Eligible Countries: Ghana | Nigeria | Cameroon | Ethiopia | Kenya
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Mentorship | $500 Seed Funding
- Deadline: March 4, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Ban Ki-moon Global Citizen Scholarship 2026 is a fully virtual program designed to equip young African changemakers with the knowledge, tools, and networks needed to take meaningful action toward achieving the SDGs in their communities.
Participants will design and implement a localized SDG Micro-Project addressing specific development challenges aligned with Agenda 2030. Throughout the 8–9 month program, scholars will participate in a summer school, expert-led workshops, and specialized training sessions focused on sustainable development and social entrepreneurship.
The initiative combines hands-on project implementation with mentorship and global exposure, empowering scholars to transform ideas into impactful community-driven solutions.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Ban Ki-moon Global Citizen Scholarship 2026, applicants must:
- Be African youth (regardless of race, gender, or sexual orientation)
- Hold citizenship from one of the following countries:
- Ghana
- Nigeria
- Cameroon
- Ethiopia
- Kenya
- Be between 20–35 years old
- Have completed at least a Bachelor’s degree or higher
- Demonstrate strong commitment to the SDGs and global citizenship values
- Possess a minimum English proficiency level of B2 (European Standards)
Scholarship Benefits
Selected scholars will receive the following benefits over the 8–9 month program:
- Full cost coverage for a one-week Summer School training with MCI Innsbruck
- Access to expert workshops and specialized SDG training
- Peer-to-peer mentoring opportunities
- $500 seed funding to implement their SDG Micro-Project (disbursed after approval of project proposal)
- Certificate of Achievement signed by:
- Ban Ki-moon
- Heinz Fischer
Required Documents
During the nomination process, applicants will be required to provide:
- Personal details (name, contact information, date of birth, address, citizenship, gender, education, language proficiency, short profile description)
- Professional details (academic qualifications, organization name, role/function)
- SDG Micro-Project details (title, issues addressed, SDGs targeted, implementation strategy)
At the final stage of the application, candidates must upload:
- Motivational statement
- Portrait photograph (JPEG or PNG format)
- Introduction video (maximum 30 seconds, MP4 or MOV format)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Project outline of the proposed SDG Micro-Project
How to Apply
To apply for the Ban Ki-moon Global Citizen Scholarship 2026, interested and qualified candidates should:
- Confirm eligibility on the official scholarship website
- Complete the online application form
- Upload all required documents
- Submit the application before the deadline
Applicants are encouraged to prepare their project ideas thoroughly and apply early to ensure successful submission.
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